False...● Mice don’t need much water.
They get most of what they need from their food source.
● Most rodenticides are anticoagulants. The effect from a lethal dose does not make the mouse thirsty.
● This was an old sales technique because of this reason...
False...● If you have mice, there will be deads mice in the walls
already from natural causes. There is no way to avoid this once they are inside.
● But because mice are mainly bones and fur, 99% of the time you will not smell them. They don’t go outside to look for water.
● How do you prevent mice in the walls? Yearly Prevention plans. Exclusion and Exterior baiting programs.
False...● Bed bugs are easily seen with
the naked eye. Trying to locate all of their little hiding spots, is the tough part.
● Bed bug nymphs (babies) are harder to see because they are clear, meaning that they have not had a blood meal yet.
● Adults are easier to see.
False...● Carpenter ants do not eat
wood. They excavate and discard the wood to make nests. The discarded wood is called frass
● Termites do eat wood and do not leave behind frass
● Bonus: Carpenter ants can bite? True! and it hurts ;)
Frass
False...● Mice, bugs and other pests can affect people from all
walks of life. Do Not Be Ashamed to Have Pests. ● Mice are curious creatures that like to explore. ● Bed bugs can be brought home from hotels, nursing homes,
etc. ● However, it does help to keep the home free of moisture
problems that will attract insects. AND keep clutter and possible food sources to a minimum. Example: trash left out or cluttered closet where mice can hide.
● Yearly pest control prevention plans are key to preventing pest infestations